NEARLY &#xA3;1m of private and public sector investment is supporting the regeneration of Llangefni town centre and attracting new economic opportunities to the region.

Three projects supported by the Welsh Development Agency and Isle of Anglesey County Council have already provided significant improvements to Llangefni's commercial centre, as well as creating and safeguarding more than 20 jobs.

Each supported with significant private sector investment, the three projects at The Bull Hotel, The Co-op Supermarket, and the former Boots store at High Street will substantially enhance the area following years of decline, helping to improve the overall vitality of the town.

The WDA has provided &#xA3;341,000 towards the projects through its Town Improvement Grant scheme with the balance coming from the Wales Tourist Board, Isle of Anglesey County Council and private sector.

Chris Farrow, WDA executive director - North Wales, said, "Llangefni town centre has suffered from continuing decline and lack of investment. The WDA, County Council, WTB, Cwmni Tref, and Llangefni Partnership realised the need for improvements in order to prevent this continuing downward spiral. This was particularly important as the town is a key driver within the local economy of Anglesey.

"The investment provided through these latest projects will help bolster the future regeneration of the town centre.

"This forms part of the agency's long-term strategic plan for key towns and communities in North Wales and highlights the advantages of the public and private sector working together for the benefit of our communities and regional economy."

FORMER European group manager for Calsonic Kansei in Llanelli Tim Jones has joined MHP Consultancy in Cardiff as a director.

Prior to joining automotive company Calsonic Kansei, Mr Jones was a member of the executive group management team in the corporation's European head office.

Mr Jones is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and chair of its West Wales region and is vice-chairman of Carmarthenshire Community Consortium for Education and Training.

He is also a company director of the Foothold Group in Llanelli and was recently invited to become a council member of Wales Management Council.